Columbus
About This Chapter
America’s Future – Columbus discovers and develops the next generation of conservative and libertarian leaders in business, think tanks, politics, media, and academia.
Upcoming Events
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Past Events
AF-Columbus Donation Drive for HOPE Resource Center
AF-Columbus is holding a supplies drive for HOPE Resource Center from January 11 to January 16! Donations can be dropped off at the Key Bank Building Lobby (entrance off Third...
Wanna Bet? Sports Betting in Ohio (Virtual)
The Supreme Court’s 2018 decision to strike down the Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act presented states with a potential new stream of tax revenue. Moreover, proponents hailed it a...
AF-Columbus Axe Throwing
This is your chance to hang out with liberty-minded young professionals, work out any election season frustrations, and jumpstart your Halloween weekend festivities! A limited number of tickets are available;...
Chapter Leader
Esther Bardo
Esther Bardo is the Manager of Foundation Relations at The Buckeye Institute. Bardo holds a Master’s degree in Information Science from Kent State University. She is also a graduate of Malone University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science and Psychology, participated in the Canadian Parliamentary Internship program, and was awarded the Outstanding Political Science graduate. She writes, "I appreciate AF's mission to not only advance liberty, free enterprise and personal responsibility, but their commitment to advancing the careers and professional development of America's future leaders. Through local chapter events, mentorships, and fellowships, young professionals are given opportunities to bolster career skills and connect with leaders in the movement. Building skilled liberty leaders throughout the country via local chapters creates the necessary momentum to further the freedom movement.”